Category: Reupholstery

06 Aug

Antique reupholstery projects: chic and eco-friendly

One of my favorite elements of using vintage and antique furniture in my home is the fact that it is eco-friendly.  Just today, I saved a mid-century modern desk from going into the landfill (pictures on the revamped desk to come).  Another great way to be kind to the environment, while creating a chic, unique [...]
17 Mar

Industry Secrets: DIY Antique Chair Reupholster Tutorial

You found the PERFECT chair on Craiglist – complete with mesmerizing legs and beautiful curves (sounds like a 1950s supermodel!). Unfortunately, the ghastly fabric makes your design spirit cringe, but you have the foresight to look beyond the dilapidated print to see its beautiful soul. Thankfully, with this DIY reupholster tutorial, you can unleash the [...]
04 Mar

To reupholster or not to reupholster? That is the antique furniture question

Many people ask me whether or not they should reupholster their antique furniture. Although I am a proponent of salvaging our antique history and vintage decor, unfortunately, not all antique pieces are created equal. There are several questions to ask yourself, when it comes to reupholstering Aunt Jenny’s heritage chair or your most recent Craigslist [...]